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June 20, 2008 – Two new dining facilities for Lyric Opera patrons made possible by company's purchase of additional space in Civic Opera Building |
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June 5, 2008 – Save the Date! Lyric Opera of Chicago's Wine Auction 2009 will be held in the Civic Opera House Friday, March 6, 2009. |
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May 23, 2008 – Lyric Opera of Chicago to hold dance auditions for Manonon Monday, June 23, 2008, at the Civic Opera House |
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May 20, 2008 – Lyric Opera sells 98% of its seating capacity for 2007/08 season. Lyric again "in the black," as it has been for 20 of the past 21 years—a record among the country's major not-for-profit music and dance performing arts companies. Lyric exceeds its $16.85-million fundraising goal. Surplus expected to exceed $800,000. |
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April 29, 2008 – Lyric Opera of Chicago 2008/09 season preview to air live on 98.7WFMT Saturday, May 3, 9 - 11 a.m. William Mason/general director, Sir Andrew Davis/music director, and Roger Pines/dramaturg discuss upcoming season and musical highlights with WFMT host Carolyn Paulin. The Bucksbaum Family Lyric Opera Broadcasts of the 2007/08 season will be rebroadcast internationally by The WFMT Radio Network May 10 - June 28 |
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April 3, 2008 – Lyric Opera of Chicago dramaturg Roger Pines to be heard on the Metropolitan Opera broadcast's "Opera Quiz" this Saturday afternoon, April 5,airing in the Chicago area on 98.7WFMT-FM |
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March 31, 2008 – The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center at Lyric Opera of Chicago "Rising Stars in Concert" to close spectacular 2007-08 season on Saturday, April 5, at 7:30 p.m. |
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January 31, 2008 – Juan Diego Flórez cancels engagement in Lyric Opera of Chicago's production of THE BARBER OF SEVILLE Feb. 16 - Mar. 22 due to throat infection; John Osborn will take over role of Count Almaviva for all performances |
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January 24, 2008 –Lyric Opera of Chicago's 54th season begins Saturday, September 27, 2008, at 6:00 p.m. with Emmanuel Villaume conducting Jules Massenet's Manon starring Natalie Dessay and Jonas Kaufmann in David McVicar's production |
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January 15, 2008 – Lyric Opera of Chicago names Laura Freveletti new Director of Corporate, Foundation and Government Support
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January 9, 2008 – Lyric Opera of Chicago announces cast change for first three performances of Rossini's The Barber of Seville: American baritone Philip Kraus to portray Bartolo Feb. 16, 19, and 22, replacing English baritone Andrew Shore, who will sing title role of Verdi's Falstaff at Lyric Jan. 28 through Feb. 23. Shore will then portray Bartolo for remaining nine performances of Barber Feb. 26, 29, Mar. 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 19, 22. |
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January 8, 2008 – Lyric Opera of Chicago names Mark Riggleman new Director of Education. |
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January 3, 2008 – Lyric Opera of Chicago announces cast change for Verdi's FALSTAFF: Italian baritone Ambrogio Maestri withdraws from title role because of family death. Renowned English baritone Andrew Shore will portray Falstaff in all nine performances Jan. 28 through Feb. 23. |
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December 19, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago Guild Board's 24th annual FANTASY OF THE OPERA Saturday, February 2, beginning at 6:30 p.m. "Rock the Casbah!" Sumptuous mid-winter celebration features Lyric stars, top restaurateurs, chefs, and Ethel's Chocolate! 600 guests expected to enjoy decadent gastronomic delicacies, wickedly whimsical cabaret, delightful dancing, and a fabulous silent auction and raffle! $350/person, black tie |
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December 7, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago announces the 2008-2009 Roster of singers for the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center. Seven talented young singers join six second-year ensemble members. |
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December 2, 2007 – Danny Newman – January 24, 1919 – December 1, 2007 - Press Agent & Public Relations Counsel Emeritus, Lyric Opera of Chicago |
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November 30, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago announces chorus auditions for the 2008-2009 season |
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November 20, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago announces cast changes for Verdi's FALSTAFF: baritone Boaz Daniel to sing Ford replacing the previously announced Peter Mattei and contralto Meredith Arwady to sing Mistress Quickly replacing the previously announced Bernadette Manca di Nissa Nine performances Jan. 28 through Feb. 23, 2008. |
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October 23, 2007 – Cleopatra hits the road for educational outreach!! Internationally acclaimed soprano Danielle de Niese, costarring in Lyric Opera of Chicago's Julius Caesar in Egypt, to meet with high-school students at Chicago Urban League Nov. 10 and Merit School of Music Nov. 17 |
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October 19, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2007-08 season can be heard live locally on 98.7WFMT and nationally/internationally through www.wfmt.com via The Bucksbaum Family Lyric Opera Broadcasts
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October 16, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago launches new podcast series, "Backstage at Lyric," featuring in-depth interviews with the singers, conductors, and artistic forces behind the productions in the 2007/08 season.
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October 15, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago's OPERATHON 2007 RAISES A RECORD-BREAKING $406,259 EXCEEDING $350,000 GOAL
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October 4, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago's Opening Night Gala Benefit and Opera Ball raises more than $600,000 (net proceeds)
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October 1, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago's Education Department & The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center launch the new season of OPERA IN THE NEIGHBORHOODS |
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September 28, 2007 – Lyric's Opening Night to proceed as planned |
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September 28, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago Fires Angela Gheorghiu |
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September 25, 2007 – Lyric Opera receives A1 Rating from Moody's. |
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September 24, 2007 – GO LYRIC! Lyric Opera of Chicago kicks off OPERATHON 2007 on 98.7WFMT and on the Internet at http://www.wfmt.com/streaming |
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September 21, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago to offer online valet parking reservations through www.ParkWhiz.com |
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September 20, 2007 – raises $36 million through its Campaign for Excellence fundraising effort, topping $25-million goal. |
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September 6, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago receives $10-million bequest from Nancy W. Knowles – the largest gift in the company's 53-year history. |
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September 4, 2007 – Enlightening opera insights from the experts! Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2007-2008 COMMENTARIES on CD are now available! |
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August 31, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago to offer free pre-performance lectures for all productions of La bohème, Julius Caesar, Die Frau ohne Schatten, and Doctor Atomic. |
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August 28, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago seeks supernumeraries and actors for 2007-08 season to portray acrobats, maids, party guests, priests, servants, scientists, soldiers, technicians, and more! |
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August 24, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2007-2008 benefits, lectures, tours, and special events. |
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August 21, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago to hold chorus auditions for Porgy and Bess. |
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August 20, 2007 – The Bucksbaum Family Lyric Opera Broadcasts to air "Stars of Lyric Opera at Millennium Park" Free Concert. |
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August 16, 2007 – Single tickets now on sale for Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2007 - 2008 season! |
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July 31, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago to hold actor auditions for Handel's Giulio Cesare (Julius Caesar) Thursday, August 9, 2007, at the Civic Opera House. Gymnastic and martial arts skills required.
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July 19, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago secures $2 million matching funds for The Bucksbaum Family Lyric Opera Broadcasts
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July 16, 2007 – Soprano Dina Kuznetsova to sing Tatyana in Tchaikovsky's EUGENE ONEGIN at Lyric Opera of Chicago, replacing the previously announced Barbara Frittoli. |
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June 20, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago to hold dance auditions for Handel's Giulio Cesare (Julius Caesar) Monday, August 6, 2007, at the Civic Opera House. |
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June 8, 2007 – J. Philip Koester to join Lyric Opera of Chicago as Director of Marketing. |
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June 6, 2007 – Donald Nally, Lyric Opera of Chicago's new chorus master, returns to Spoleto for 50th anniversary of Italian summer music festival and tribute to late founder, the composer Gian Carlo Menotti. |
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May 30, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago to hold dance auditions for Die Frau ohne Schatten Sunday, June 24, 2007, at the Civic Opera House |
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May 22, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago records surplus for 2006/07 – the company's 52nd season. |
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April 27, 2007 – The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center at Lyric Opera of Chicago 2007-2008 ensemble members begin preparations for coming opera season. |
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April 25, 2007 – Polish baritone Mariusz Kwiecien to sing title role in final five performances of Tchaikovsky's EUGENE ONEGIN (Mar. 17, 21, 24, 27, 30) at Lyric Opera of Chicago. Siberian baritone Dmitri Hvorostovsky will sing title role in first five performances (Mar. 1, 5, 8, 11, 14). |
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April 18, 2007 – Soprano Jessica Rivera to portray Kitty Oppenheimer and contralto Meredith Arwady to portray Pasqualita in Lyric Opera of Chicago production of DOCTOR ATOMIC. |
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April 13, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago Announces Children's Chorus Auditions for the 2007/08 season. |
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April 12, 2007 – The Bucksbaum Family Lyric Opera Broadcasts resume May 12 – June 30 |
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March 28, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago to hold dance auditions for La traviata Monday, April 30, 2007, at the Civic Opera House. |
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March 23, 2007 – The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center at Lyric Opera of Chicago "Rising Stars in Concert" closes spectacular 2006-07 season on Friday, March 30, at 7:30 p.m. |
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March 21, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago dramaturg Roger Pines to be heard on the Metropolitan Opera broadcast's "Opera Quiz" this Saturday afternoon, March 24, airing in the Chicago area on 98.7WFMT-FM. |
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March 14, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago announces Dance Auditions for Doctor Atomic and Eugene Onegin on Wednesday, April 11, 2007. |
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February 26, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago to offer student matinee performances of Johann Strauss, Jr.'s madcap mistaken-identity comedy Die Fledermaus March 13 and 15 at Civic Opera House. |
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February 9, 2007 – African Stories, a new children's opera by Philip Seward commissioned by Lyric Opera of Chicago, will have its world premiere Thursday, February 22 as part of Black History Month. |
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February 8, 2007 – The tests and triumphs of faith during the French Revolution's Reign of Terror -- Dialogues of the Carmelites to receive its Lyric Opera of Chicago premiere!
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February 6, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago's Fantasy of the Opera Gala raised a record-breaking $550,000 net!
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February 6, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago's Education Department Announces February Dates for its Meet the Artist Program! |
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February 2, 2007 – The Bucksbaum Family Lyric Opera Broadcasts continue on 98.7WFMT with Lyric Opera of Chicago's live opening-night performance of Così fan tutte. |
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February 2, 2007 – MEDIA ADVISORY Lyric Opera of Chicago to cheer on The Bears on SuperBowl Eve during the FANTASY OF THE OPERA Gala. |
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January 29, 2007 – Lyric Opera of Chicago Guild Board's 23rd annual FANTASY OF THE OPERA IS SOLD OUT! |
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January 19, 2007– Danny Newman, former press agent and public relations counsel for Lyric Opera of Chicago, will be honored on his 88th birthday, Jan. 24, 2007, when Lyric names its box office for this living legend, acknowledging his 50+ years of service to Lyric. |
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January 18, 2007 – New subscriber benefits at Lyric Opera of Chicago! Lyric Opera of Chicago's 53rd season begins Saturday, September 29 at 6:30 p.m. with Bruno Bartoletti conducting Lyric's production of La traviata.
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January 16, 2007 – The tests and triumphs of faith during the French Revolution's Reign of Terror –– Symposium on Lyric Opera of Chicago's Dialogues of the Carmelites to be presented Sunday, January 28 in conjunction with DePaul University and Loyola University.
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December 20, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago names Donald Nally new chorus master starting with the 2007-08 season.
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December 14, 2006 – The Bucksbaum Family Lyric Opera Broadcasts continue Friday, December 15 at 7:15 p.m. on 98.7WFMT with Lyric Opera of Chicago's live opening –night performance of Die Fledermaus by Johann Strauss, Jr.
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December 8, 2006 – Italian tenor Massimo Giordano to make Lyric Opera of Chicago debut as Roméo in final three performances of Gounod's Roméo et Juliette Dec. 12, 16 & 19.
Massimo Giordano, photographed by Cherinfoto/Lyric Opera of
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December 7, 2006 – Ready for a little lighthearted adult entertainment before and after the holidays? Check out Lyric's Die Fledermaus! Dec. 15 – Jan. 27.
Die Fledermaus, photographed by Dan Rest/Lyric Opera of Chicago. |
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December 5, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago Announces the 2007–2008 Roster of Singers for The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center.
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December 1, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago honors Maestro Bruno Bartoletti with podium bearing his name.
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November 30, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago Guild Board's 23rd annual FANTASY OF THE OPERA Saturday, February 3, beginning at 6:30 p.m. "Carnivale!"
Susan Graham, photographed at the Civic Opera House,
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November 30, 2006 – Lyric Opera Of Chicago Announces Chorus Auditions for the 2007–2008 Season. |
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October 21, 2006 – Bucksbaum Family of Chicago to sponsor Lyric Opera's local and national broadcasts. |
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October 18, 2006 – Live opening–night broadcast of Lyric Opera of Chicago's Salome begins at 7:00 p.m., Saturday, October 21, on 98.7WFMT |
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October 18, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago's OPERATHON 2006 raises $389,722 exceeding $335,000 goal |
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October 16, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago seeks street–fightin' men plus a Lord and two Ladies for Gounod's ROMÉO ET JULIETTE. Auditions to be held at the Civic Opera House for actors Sat., Oct. 21 and for supernumeraries Mon., Oct. 23. |
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October 14, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago to return to the radio with live opening–night broadcast of Salome on Saturday, October 21, 7:30 p.m. on 98.7WFMT. |
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October 12, 2006 – New York–based choreographer Jane Comfort has replaced English choreographer Denni Sayers in new production of Salome at Lyric Opera of Chicago. |
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October 4, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago seeks large, strong, threatening–looking male to portray executioner in new production of Salome. |
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September 20, 2006 – Lyric Opera to be back on radio! Lyric and Musicians Union Settle Orchestra Contract. |
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September 18, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago announces historic personal gift from Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan to name the company's professional artist–development program. |
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September 11, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago announces OPERATHON 2006 on 98.7WFMT. |
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August 31, 2006 – Information regarding one of the artists of Lyric's 2006–07 season: Midland, Texas, has declared September 5 its first annual "Susan Graham Day" |
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August 30, 2006 – Enlightening opera insights from the experts! Lyric Opera of Chicago Women's Board announces 2006 – 2007 COMMENTARIES on CD are now available. |
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August 25, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago announces major enhancements for patrons: Newly installed balcony safety railings and brighter, easier-to-read projected English titles. |
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August 23, 2006 – English baritone Simon Keenlyside withdraws from Iphigénie en Tauride at Lyric Opera of Chicago, citing recurrence of severe back problems. American baritone Lucas Meachem to assume the role of Oreste in the new production/Lyric premiere, directed by Robert Carsen and starring Susan Graham in the title role. |
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August 22, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2006–2007 benefits, lectures, tours, and special events. |
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August 17, 2006 – British mezzo–soprano Jane Irwin to sing role of Mother Marie in Lyric Opera of Chicago premiere of Poulenc's Dialogues of the Carmelites replacing the late Lorraine Hunt Lieberson. |
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August 17, 2006 – Richard Buckley to conduct "Stars of Lyric Opera at Millennium Park" free concert on Saturday, September 9, 7:30 p.m. |
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August 15, 2006 – Asian décor, diversions, and delectables to enchant guests at Lyric Opera of Chicago's Opening Night Benefit and Opera Ball. |
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August 14, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago seeks German-speaking actor for Die Fledermaus Auditions Weds. Sept. 27 at Civic Opera House. |
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August 11, 2006 – Sir Andrew Davis, Lyric Opera of Chicago's Music Director and Principal Conductor, will undergo surgery Tues., Aug. 15 in Chicago. |
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August 9, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago seeks supernumeraries and actors for 2006–07 season to portray executioners, gypsies, soldiers, temptresses, priests, nuns, dignitaries, and more! |
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August 2, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago's new production of Verdi's Il trovatore to feature two Italian tenors as Manrico: Walter Fraccaro (debut, Nov. 4 – 16) and Vincenzo La Scola (Nov. 22 – Dec. 8) |
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July 31, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago seeks dancers of all body types for Salome. Dance auditions at Civic Opera House Saturday, August 26. Belly–dancing skills a plus! |
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July 27, 2006 – Single tickets on sale starting August 1 for Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2006 – 2007 season! www.lyricopera.org or 312–332–2244, ext. 5600 Online purchases accounted for 35% of single–ticket sales last season! |
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July 14, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago renames Preview Lecture Series 2006–07 DISCOVERY SERIES Begins Thursday, September 7 With look at Puccini's Turandot |
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June 15, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago Education Department Announces its Annual SEMINAR FOR TEACHERS |
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June 5, 2006 – North Dakota Road Trip! Lyric Opera Center for American Artists performs a "Name That Tune" concert at Grand Forks Air Force Base Weds. June 7 and Minot Air Force Base Fri. June 9 as part of the National Endowment for the Arts' Great American Voices Military Base Tour: Unforgettable Melodies from Opera & Broadway
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May 30, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago announces DANCE auditions for Iphigénie en Tauride and Die Fledermaus on Friday, June 16 at Civic Opera House |
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May 24, 2006 – LYRIC OPERA of CHICAGO ANNOUNCES the 2006–2007 ROSTER of SINGERS for the LYRIC OPERA CENTER for AMERICAN ARTISTS
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May 19, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago's new production of Verdi's Il trovatore to feature two Italian tenors as Manrico: Nicola Rossi Giordano (debut, Nov. 4 – 22) and Vincenzo La Scola (Nov. 26 – Dec. 8)
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May 16, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago records surplus for 2005/06 – the company's 51st Season. |
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May 9, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago names Gianna Rolandi Director of Lyric Opera Center for American Artists.
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April 10, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago names Peter Schwob Technical Director. Scott Marr becomes Production Design Director. |
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April 10, 2006 – Richard Pearlman, Director of the Lyric Opera Center for American Artists, dies at age 68. |
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March 31, 2006 – Lyric Opera Center for American Artists' "Rising Stars in Concert" closes spectacular 2005–06 season on Friday, April 7, at 7:30 p.m.
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February 27, 2006 – Lyric Opera of Chicago's WINE AUCTION 2006 breaks a million! Elegant fundraiser nets record-breaking $1,022,000.
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January 24, 2006 – Catalogue now online for Lyric Opera of Chicago's Wine Auction 2006 - Lyric's is among the first charity wine auctions to offer online bidding! – 130+ web–exclusive auction lots! |
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February 8, 2006 – Lyric's Education Department Announces February Dates for its Ever-Popular Meet the Artist Program
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January 12, 2006 - Great News for Subscribers - Lyric Opera of Chicago freezes subscription prices for 2006-07 season! Lyric Opera announces repertoire & major casting for its 52nd Season, which begins Saturday, September 16, 2006, at 6:30 p.m. with Sir Andrew Davis conducting Lyric's production of Turandot designed by David Hockney and starring Andrea Gruber, Vladimir Galouzine, Patricia Racette, and Hao Jiang Tian; Iphigénie en Tauride, Salome, Il trovatore, Roméo et Juliette, Die Fledermaus, Così fan tutte, Dialogues of the Carmelites also to be seen next season, which includes 6 new-to-Chicago productions (including 2 Lyric Opera premieres) - 3 new productions plus 3 productions not previously seen here; 82 performances of eight operas in the six-month season; Special event: Renée Fleming Subscriber Appreciation Concert with the Lyric Opera Orchestra on Friday, October 6.
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December 21, 2005 - Lyric Opera of Chicago Guild Board presents the 22nd annual FANTASY OF THE OPERA - Friday, January 27, beginning at 6:30 p.m. - "A Viennese Fantasy” - Black-Tie tribute to 18th-century Vienna features stars of the Lyric stage and Chicago-area restaurateurs, chefs, and confectionaries!
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November 30, 2005 - Soprano Cornelia Götz to portray Queen of the Night in all performances of Mozart's The Magic Flute at Lyric Opera of Chicago December 9, 2005 through January 17, 2006 |
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November 22, 2005 - Lyric Opera of Chicago's Wine Auction 2006 catalogue goes online Jan. 13 - Feb. 24! www.lyricopera.org/wineauction - Wine Auction 2006 to be held in the Civic Opera House Friday, February 24 $500/person, Black Tie |
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November 4, 2005 - Legendary stage director Sir Peter Hall withdraws from Lyric Opera of Chicago production of The Midsummer Marriage for health
reasons - Choreographer Wayne McGregor assumes directorial supervision of
new production - Lyric premiere opens Saturday, November 19 |
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October 27, 2005 - Tenor Joseph Kaiser to sing leading role of Mark in The Midsummer Marriage at Lyric Opera of Chicago November 19 through December 16, 2005
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September 28, 2005 - Lyric Opera of Chicago appoints Pål Christian Moe as new artistic advisor; casting and repertoire consultant formerly served as artistic administrator for Paris Opera |
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September 14, 2005 - Lyric Opera of Chicago to raise funds for Hurricane Katrina relief by selling benefit tickets to CARMEN dress rehearsal starring Denyce Graves, Neil Shicoff, Ildebrando D'Arcangelo, and Andrea
Rost - Wednesday, Sept. 21 at 2 p.m. |
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August 25, 2005 - Lyric Opera of Chicago announces Operathon 2005 on 98.7 WFMT -- Saturday, October 15 from 8 a.m. to midnight -- A 16-hour opera spectacular featuring a star-studded cast of singers, conductors, and opera
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June 28, 2005 - Soprano Erin Wall to sing leading role of Pamina in Mozart's The Magic Flute at Lyric Opera of Chicago December 9, 2005 through January 4, 2006 |
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June 20, 2005 - Chicagoan Nicole Cabell wins BBC Cardiff Singer of the
World Competition June 19 in Wales - Soprano concluded three years as
ensemble member with Lyric Opera Center for American Artists in April |
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May 17, 2005 - Lyric Opera of Chicago records surplus for 2004/05, the company's 50th Anniversary Season - Three Ring cycles & Gala Concert sell 100% of capacity with subscription season at 95% of capacity - Company sells more than 305,000 tickets, 20,000 more than 2003/04 - Fundraising tops $21.5 million, highest in company's history with more than $5 million raised for October 30 Gala Concert |
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April 29, 2005 - Lyric Opera of Chicago Announces the 2005-2006 Roster of Singers for the Lyric Opera Center for American Artists |
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April 21, 2005 - Lyric Opera of Chicago to Present "Stars of Lyric Opera at Millennium Park" - Free Concert at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 10, 2005 as part of the "Blockbuster Weekend" of concerts hosted by the City of Chicago at Millennium Park
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April 28, 2005 - Save the Date! Lyric Opera of Chicago's Wine Auction 2006 will be held in the Civic Opera House Friday, February 24, 2006 - $500/person, Black Tie |
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April 21, 2005 - Lyric Opera of Chicago to Present "Stars of Lyric Opera at Millennium Park" - Free Concert at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 10, 2005 as part of the "Blockbuster Weekend" of concerts hosted by the City of Chicago at Millennium Park |
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